Too busy, too stressed, too important to give a
helping hand and make a difference? I believe that once we stop and get out of
our own way, we not only discover how much we have to give, but also that we
have much joy and richness to experience in that transaction.
Getting out of our busy mode and into our heart
occasionally, I'm certain that many of us would find at least one moment during
our day where we could pause, reflect on a situation, and see something that we
can do to make a difference in someone else's life.
The pace of life and work has increased a lot and I
daresay we don't give as much thought as we could to the circumstances of other
people's lives. Sometimes, we're so caught up in our own struggle that we don't
think we can even afford the time to "give" our time, suggestions,
talents, to others. And yet, if we do, we are rewarded.
We are often times, throughout our lives, able to
experience richness, synchronicity, and reward through small acts of
generosity. This isn't even about money, although sometimes the rewards will
impact our financial status as well. And yet, we fail too often when we are so
self-absorbed or consumed by our own situation thinking we'd give up too much
by helping.
So, this is just a gentle reminder for all of us to
pay attention to at least one "little thing" that will make a
difference for someone else. Try to make it for someone you don't know well or
don't know at all; family and friends are too easy and natural.
Jim and Jeanetta Pollard
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